Emperor Wen quickly replied, "You don't need to get up!"
"What's wrong? I'm studying now, Father, you can't judge people with old eyes."
She almost blurted out "you're looking down on people," but she stopped herself in time.
Always wanting to show off your skills is a problem; you can easily fall into a trap if you're not careful.
"That's right, that's right, it's true that one should look at a person with new eyes after three days of separation!" Yanran said proudly.
Emperor Wen looked at her smug and lively appearance, and his heart was filled with happiness.
He achieved his goal.
He has a loving and devoted wife, and two sweet daughters, one strong and spirited, the other gentle and adorable... They complement each other perfectly, and he is content.
As for the four sons...
You can't live without a son, but once you have one, it's just another thing.
However, there are certain rules to follow when it comes to naming a child; you can't just do it haphazardly.
"We can't name her before she's one year old, lest we be unable to control her spirit," Emperor Wen said. "So there's no rush. Even if you have an idea in mind, don't say it aloud. We'll discuss and decide when your sister turns one."
"Okay then."
After a Xingan'er got a little impatient and started whining.
The wet nurse rushed forward, took the baby from Yanran's arms, and carried her down to breastfeed.
Yanran said with a grin, "This is wonderful! I never expected Father to give me such a great gift! Father, how about I take care of my little sister?"
Emperor Wen glared at her. "What, am I too old to raise a daughter?"
"No, no, it's just that I think my little sister is very Lovely. Cui Xiaoqiu said we're not having any more children."
Emperor Wen immediately frowned.
What kind of scumbag remarks are these?
"He can't have children?" Emperor Wen began to speculate about conspiracies.
Yanran: "No way."
Cui Xiaoqiu is in good health, so why can't she have children?
Emperor Wen: As expected, it's impossible.
Waste!
Let's wait and see. If we really can't find a replacement, then we'll try seeking medical help.
Let's not discourage Yanran yet.
Emperor Wen then asked about Yanran's campaign against Goryeo.
"Sigh, there's nothing to say. They're like chopping vegetables, not durable at all. If we're talking about fighting, it's much more interesting to fight those barbarians from the north, the Oirat..."
Emperor Wen: "Don't even think about it."
Yanran sighed.
Emperor Wen said, "In a few years, your mother and I plan to travel around. You can come with us on this trip."
Traveling with my two daughters is wonderful.
Yanran said excitedly, "Why do we have to wait a few more years? Can't we do it now? I think my older brother can handle things on his own!"
Emperor Wen: "..."
She's even more ruthless than him.
"By the way, Father, can we bring Cui Xiaoqiu along?"
Emperor Wen remained noncommittal, but in his heart he thought, "That depends on whether he can be saved."
Cui Xiaoqiu: There's no way to save him, don't worry.
Madam Cui exclaimed in disbelief, "Really? Find a doctor! Beg Her Majesty the Empress! There must be a way! Ling'er, you're still young..."
"Mother, it's just that I can't have children anymore, that's all. It won't affect anything else," Cui Xiaoqiu said calmly.
When he returned, he told his mother that he had been injured and that it would affect his ability to have children. His mother was worried about this and even harbored resentment towards Yanran.
He's done all the homework he needed to do first; as for whether or not to have children later...
Previously, Cui Xiaoqiu was adamant about not having children because she couldn't tolerate a third person interfering with their relationship, and she didn't want Yanran's health to be harmed.
However, Linlin later had a deep talk with him about this matter.
--It's not that not having children is the best thing for Yanran; respecting her wishes, rather than imposing your own, is the best approach.
As a woman, it is perhaps difficult to take away her maternal instincts.
Linlin said, "When she's old and frail, and she sees other people's children and grandchildren with envy, what will you use to compensate her then?"
These words made Cui Xiaoqiu waver.
Therefore, the decision of whether or not to have the child should be left to Yanran.
However, in any case, Yanran cannot do it before she turns twenty.
In other words, even if they get married next year, when Yanran turns sixteen, they will still have to wait four years to consider having children.
He was already a few years older than Yanran, and he was afraid his mother would be unhappy.
So let's just be blunt from the start.
"What, what should we do!" Madam Cui cried.
"Mother, I will take my medicine properly. And the Empress is here," Cui Xiaoqiu, holding her hand, "There's still a glimmer of hope."
It would be too cruel to completely extinguish her mother's hope; we should give her some glimmer of hope to hold on to.
"Yes, yes, yes!" said Madam Cui. "Ling'er, we must not give up!"
"Yes, I'll listen to Mother."
"That's right," Madam Cui hesitated for a moment, then said softly, "The princess knows about this, doesn't she?"
"Yanran risked her life to save me, and she's stayed by my side ever since; I couldn't hide it from her."
Madam Cui asked nervously, "Then, did she...?"
Does anyone find you annoying...?
If her son were to be rejected after suffering this misfortune, she would be heartbroken.
"No. Yanran said that regardless of whether she can have children or not, she only has eyes for me. Even if the Emperor and Empress object, she will withstand the pressure."
"Good, good, good." Madam Cui was deeply moved. "Being with the princess is truly your blessing."
"It's my good fortune, and I will cherish it. Mother, you don't need to worry about me too much. With Her Majesty the Empress around, there might still be a glimmer of hope for the future."
There is definitely hope!
"Oh, Yanran also said that if people talk about it later, she'll say it's because she didn't want to have the child, so as not to embarrass me. Please don't let this slip, because a son is, after all, a man..."
"Alright, alright, don't worry, Mother isn't stupid. It's just that it's a bit unfair to the princess! Sigh, has your marriage been arranged yet? Mother needs to make some preparations."
Although Yanran is a princess and lacks nothing, she still needs to show her attitude.
She will definitely make the wedding a grand affair and treat the princess well in the future.
The next day, Yanran came to see Cui Xiaoqiu. Madam Cui held her hand and was incredibly enthusiastic, which made Yanran feel a little overwhelmed.
After the two left, Yanran couldn't help but ask Cui Xiaoqiu, "What's wrong with your mother?"
Cui Xiaoqiu: "My mother likes you."
Yanran rolled her eyes. "Am I stupid?"
"I used to be a bit cold to you because I couldn't bear to part with my master. But I've convinced her."
"How did you convince him?" Yanran asked with great interest.
Actually, she didn't blame Madam Cui.
Cui Xiaoqiu is so promising and has a bright future; marrying the master is truly a loss for him.
She wanted to have a son like this, and she would cherish him like the apple of her eye!
"It's a secret," Cui Xiaoqiu said with a smile.
"Hmph, anyway, you have plenty of ways to deal with or please whomever you want! By the way," Yanran said excitedly, "You know what? My mother gave me a little sister! Her name is Xingan'er, oh my, she's so Lovely!"
Cui Xiaoqiu unconsciously tightened his grip on her hand.